Cue the eerie cello and light a few black candles. It’s time for a Wednesday watch party, and we’re summoning snacks that are spooky, smoky and oh-so-stylish.
Whether you’re vibing with purple-hued cocktails, diving into dishes darker than Wednesday’s humor or just looking for an excuse to make pumpkin butter sexy again, this list has your party table covered.
From moody bites to devilish drinks, these recipes will have your guests creeping it real all night long.
Opening cocktails and snacks
The Water Lily Cocktail
A floral, citrusy purple cocktail that looks like it was brewed in a haunted apothecary.
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Aviation Cocktail
Hauntingly floral with a violet hue that matches your party’s aesthetic—and your lipstick.
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El Diablo Cocktail
It’s not just a drink, it’s a summoning. This tequila cocktail brings smoke and fire to your glass.
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Smoked Manhattan Recipe
The classic gets a dark twist with a puff of smoke—perfect for sipping during those murder mystery moments.
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Smoked Bacon Pumpkin Seeds
Bacon makes everything better. These smoked seeds are sweet, salty, and crunchy—basically, the perfect creepy snack.
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Raspberry Chipotle Black Bean Dip
Sweet, smoky, spicy and mysterious. Like Enid if she had a secret spicy side.
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Ube Stuffed French Toast with King’s Hawaiian Rolls
A purple-hued breakfast-for-dinner treat that hits the sweet spot with a spooky twist.
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Mains and savory showpieces
Savory Hand Pies with Leftover Brisket
A clever way to use leftovers, these black-crusted hand pies are portable, spooky and shockingly satisfying.
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Blackened Swordfish with Maque Choux
Cajun-kissed swordfish that’s seared to perfection. It’s a main dish with main character energy.
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Cast-Ironed Blackened Salmon
A showstopper fish dish with dark crusted edges and a pop of brightness on the side.
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Creamy Purple Potato Salad
Creepy color, comforting texture. This purple mash-style potato salad is oddly addictive.
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Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
Earthy, crimson and slightly sinister, this salad is as bold as Wednesday’s stare.
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Spooky sweets and sinister desserts
Grilled Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake
Who needs a pie plate when you can serve cheesecake straight out of a pumpkin? Dramatic and delicious.
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Pumpkin Pie Ooey Gooey Butter Cake
A sticky, sweet mash-up of two iconic desserts. Warning: guests may not leave any behind.
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Swiss Black Forest Cake
Layers of chocolate and cherries so darkly decadent, it should come with a mood warning.
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Spiked Potato and Huckleberry Swirl Ice Cream
Creamy, dreamy and laced with huckleberry vodka. Bonus points for the purple swirl.
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Purple Ube Waffles
Who says waffles can’t be gothic? Ube gives them a haunting hue and irresistible chew.
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Smoked Pumpkin Butter
This smoky spread is fall in a jar—rich, warm, and just the right amount of witchy.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Pumpkin Butter
